I want to add a real oil pressure guage. Suggestions please.

[c good]

Hi Everyone,
Hopefully my Berryman's soak has solved the problem of my low oil pressure at idle. I would like to add and actual oil pressure guage. What is the best way to go with this? I've heard of electronic, and I'm familiar with the old school actual oil line to the gauge also. Any suggestions would be appreciated.

 

[TJBaker57]

There is a rather long discussion over here...

Oil Pressure Gage

Has anyone permanently installed a real oil pressure gage in the I6? I'm thinking of welding on a steel tee to to the old pressure switch with fittings for the switch and sensor. Is there an easier way?

gmtnation.com

 

[mrrsm]

Recommend using the Bosch Automotive Copper Line Kit or similar quality Kit over using Nylon for the Oil Line Run... and add in 3-4 coils right where the Line passes through the Firewall Grommet to act as a "Spring Shock Absorber" to avoid getting any Flex-Fractures in the Oil Line occurring from a combination of thermal expansion-contraction and the normal Engine rocking motions and movements on the Motor Mounts & Transmission Mount:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00UZ9HC2U/?tag=gmtnation-20

 

[Mektek]

These days there's no reason to install an old fashioned "steam gauge" except for temporary testing.
Check the other thread for an updated progress report.